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    Healthy barefoot hooves — how do we get there?

    These tips on transitioning from shod to barefoot will help you make the switch as gentle as possible for your equine companion. We may love…

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    Angelique Barbara, MS, DC October 10, 2022
    What to expect when transitioning from steel shoes to barefoot

    What to expect when transitioning from steel shoes to barefoot

    Thinking of switching your horse to barefoot this season? Here’s what you should expect during the transition. Horse caretakers often have difficulty keeping shoes on…

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    Annette Kaitinis August 5, 2020
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    Barefoot performance horses

    It’s been a longstanding tradition to shoe performance horses – whether they be racehorses, dressage horses, jumpers, endurance horses, or reiners. As more riders realize…

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    The AW Academy Team December 20, 2016

    Learning to go barefoot

    This barefoot school takes a whole-horse approach to education and hoof care. Chris Jonason first tried bare hoof trimming 11 years ago, after purchasing a…

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    The AW Academy Team September 11, 2015
    Hoof Bruises

    Hoof Bruises

    Hoof bruises can look alarming, but may not be a reason to worry. The equine hoof is a marvelous piece of anatomy. It is made to…

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    The AW Academy Team December 10, 2014
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    Rehabilitation for Soundness

    Lameness issues benefit from the healing capacity of nature and time. A large percentage of horses that end up in rescues have soundness issues. On…

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    The AW Academy Team September 26, 2014
    Choosing the right shoe for the season

    Choosing the right shoe for the season

    Many people opt to shoe their horses for the show or riding season, then pull them. Let’s explore some pros and cons — and alternatives…

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    The AW Academy Team July 18, 2014
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    The Flat Hoof

    Today’s horses are much more prone to flat feet. Learn why, and what you can do about it. When a foal is born, his coffin…

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    The AW Academy Team May 26, 2014
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    An Interview With Stacy Westfall

    Stacy Westfall talks about how she got started, natural horsekeeping, and developing a strong bond with equine partners. Talented horsewoman Stacy Westfall needs little introduction.…

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    The AW Academy Team April 15, 2014
    Winter hoof care

    Winter hoof care

    Being knee deep in mud and snow can be a challenge to your horse. Here are some tips on proper winter hoof care. As a…

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    The AW Academy Team April 15, 2014
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    Positive & Negative Impacts of Metal

    The positive and negative impacts of metal on your horse. In the Shoes If the horse is shod, metal will obviously be used in the…

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    The AW Academy Team April 15, 2014
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    Rehabbing An Elderly Equine

    Rehabbing any lame horse can be a challenge, but those challenges often become compounded with age. “I got your name from a friend,” says my…

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    The AW Academy Team April 14, 2014
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